Forrest L. Hirst, age 90, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2012 at his home in Cudjoe Key, Florida. Forrest was born Novernber 7,1922 in Kalamazoo, the son of the late Rheo L. Hirst and Lillie E. (Eperle) Hirst. His mother, formerly of Comstock and principal of Decatur High School, died in 1930 when he was eight years old. An avid fisherman, Forrest resided at Eagle Lake, Paw Paw, and fished its waters for 45 years. He moved to Florida in 1983 to live and fish at Lake Okeechobee, Lake Istokpoga in Lake Placid, then at Cudljoe Key in the Florida Keys. Forrest was a 1941 graduate of DHS and was employed at James Heddon and Sons of Dowagiac for 22 years. He spent time and energy during his later years practicing philanthropy in support of wildlife preservation, healthcare research and human services. Besides his father, he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Marion E. Hirst, in 1983. Survivors include three brothers: James K. of Okemos, MI., Robert D. (Kay) of Dunedin FL., Keith G. of Sarasota, FL.; a sister, Margaret J. Elliott of El Cajon, CA.; several nieces and nephews. Burial has taken place in Lakeside Cemetery, Decatur, with James Abshagen officiating. A memorial service at a future date is planned and will be announced.